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14461Game Revolution Custom Generator120Friday the 13th: The Game - GR Reviewhttp://www.gamerevolution.com/review/friday-the-13th-the-game
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I Am Setsuna fared well on PS4 last summer, bringing simple yet refined RPG gameplay in a top-down, easily digestible style. The title re-entered the spotlight again this year during the launch window of the Nintendo Switch, where it was available via Nintendo's eShop from day one and enjoyed yet another wave of relative praise and popularity. Given the title's accolades for both its gameplay systems and unique art style, it makes sense that a follow-up from the same studio, Tokyo RPG Factory, would soon be on the way. Thanks to a new trailer, we now know said will follow-up will be called Lost Sphear, unveiled by Square Enix yesterday. Read more on GameRevolution.com]]>http://www.gamerevolution.com/news/square-enix-and-tokyo-rpg-factorys-next-rpg-is-lost-sphear-coming-to-switch-and-ps4-40767Wed, 31 May 2017 07:19:03 PSTInterview: Naoki Yoshida on Why FFXIV: Stormblood Has as Much Content as a New MMOhttp://www.gamerevolution.com/features/interview-naoki-yoshida-on-why-ffxiv-stormblood-has-as-much-content-as-a-new-mmo

When it comes to the MMO genre, Final Fantasy XIV is something of an oddity. After a rather troubling launch back in 2010, Square Enix went back to the drawing board and overhauled the game in its entirety, and in three years time came A Realm Reborn, which breathed new life into Final Fantasy XIV. In the nearly four years since its launch, Final Fantasy XIV is one of the more active MMO games along with World of Warcraft and Guild Wars 2, and its fan-base is more passionate about the game than ever. Read more on GameRevolution.com]]>http://www.gamerevolution.com/features/interview-naoki-yoshida-on-why-ffxiv-stormblood-has-as-much-content-as-a-new-mmoWed, 31 May 2017 06:00:00 PSTEverspace - GR Reviewhttp://www.gamerevolution.com/review/everspace
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[Editor's Note: Gaming PC of the Month is a revival of last year's Gaming PC of the Week, a recurring feature where we spotlight a PC build from a member of the community.]

This month we have a special new PC build to share with you. We spoke with Frederic, a PC gaming enthusiast hailing from New Brunswick, Canada. He recently spent over three months putting together his “White Zenith” build, which is composed of top-shelf liquid cooling and a sleek two-toned color scheme that speaks for itself. Read more on GameRevolution.com]]>http://www.gamerevolution.com/features/gaming-pc-of-the-month-wallywests-white-zenith-gaming-buildTue, 30 May 2017 15:49:42 PSTFrustrations of a Gamer: Underwater Gameplay in MMOshttp://www.gamerevolution.com/features/frustrations-of-a-gamer-underwater-gameplay-swimming-in-mmos

[Editor's Note: Frustrations of a Gamer is a new recurring feature on GameRevolution where our staff discusses game design elements or recurring themes in gaming that are often problematic.]
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Nintendo has been planning its theme park ambitions with Universal Studios for quite a while now, with eventual parks slated to appear in Japan, Hollywood, and Orlando Florida. While progress on the parks is no-doubt consistently being made, a recent patent filing from Nintendo has brought the game maker's upcoming amusements back into public discussion. According to the patent, the parks may very well be called -- you guessed it -- Super Nintendo World. Aside from the vague (and probably untrue) implication that such a park would be about SNES specifically, I can’t think of a more fitting and appropriate name.

With Super Nintendo World feeling more real than ever, it got me thinking about the style of attractions I’d most like to try while exploring such an undoubtedly magical place. Obviously the possibilities are endless, and with Nintendo’s vast catalog of IP, merely touching upon all of it will be quite the challenge. Below are attractions that sprang to my mind immediately, though I’d of course love to see the likes of Fire Emblem, Super Smash Bros., and endless others represented too. Either way, hopefully the folks at Nintendo and Universal are already knee-deep in developing many of these and more. If not, perhaps someone will show them this article.

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Friday the 13th: The Game is quite the doozy of a challenge. More often than not, you will be playing as the counselor, and, more often than not, your first few games will likely be exercises in futility. You will stumble around a few cabins, find nothing, get killed by Jason and be tempted to uninstall.

But the more you play, the more you’ll figure out the particulars of Gun Media’s Friday the 13th: The Game. This guide will be more focused on counselors, because you should have no trouble killing scores of counselors as Jason. That's not to say you can't have a pretty solid success rate as a counselor if you remember these tips.

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Update: It has been confirmed that this is a fake trailer, as seen here.

Original: 30 seconds of what may eventually become the official E3 2017 trailer for Assassin's Creed Origins has leaked online, courtesy of an anonymous Ubisoft team member. Read more on GameRevolution.com]]>http://www.gamerevolution.com/news/assassins-creed-origins-trailer-leaks-ahead-of-e3-2017-40755Tue, 30 May 2017 10:32:50 PSTRed Barrels Tweet Confirms Popular Outlast 2 Story Theoryhttp://www.gamerevolution.com/features/red-barrels-tweet-confirms-popular-outlast-2-story-theory-explanation-ending

Outlast 2's story has been confounding players since its April release. Many people were upset that the ending was unsatisfyingly vague, or without explanation entirely, but, as we went over in our review, it just takes a bit of elbow grease to determine what is likely the outcome, hitting a sweet spot of uncertainty much like Stanley Kubrick's The Shining. Read more on GameRevolution.com]]>http://www.gamerevolution.com/features/red-barrels-tweet-confirms-popular-outlast-2-story-theory-explanation-endingTue, 30 May 2017 10:00:00 PSTInterview: Creator of GTA V's Outer Space Mod on Development Difficulty, Possibility of Rockstar Making Sci-Fi Gamehttp://www.gamerevolution.com/features/interview-creator-of-gta-vs-outer-space-mod-on-development-difficulty-possibility-of-rockstar-making-scifi-game

It’s no secret that Grand Theft Auto V promptly became a classic household title upon its initial release four years ago, but the content has only evolved since then. Following the launch of GTA Online, developer Rockstar Games have continued the trend of pumping out bi-monthly DLC content for their beloved blockbuster franchise. While console players are limited to experiencing vanilla content, the GTA V PC community have taken it upon themselves to bring their ideas to life via the art of modding. Some of these ideas include custom vehicle replicas, custom clothing, character conversions, graphics enhancers and even new additions to the map. Read more on GameRevolution.com]]>http://www.gamerevolution.com/features/interview-creator-of-gta-vs-outer-space-mod-on-development-difficulty-possibility-of-rockstar-making-scifi-gameTue, 30 May 2017 09:43:20 PSTLatest Famitsu Confirms Marth, Chrom, Weapon Triangle, and More for Fire Emblem Warriorshttp://www.gamerevolution.com/news/latest-famitsu-confirms-marth-chrom-and-more-for-fire-emblem-warriors-40749

If you were a fan of what Nintendo and Omega Force's combined efforts were able to dream up with Hyrule Warriors (the Zelda and Dynasty Warriors hack and slash spin-off), then you're likely just as thrilled regarding the upcoming Fire Emblem Warriors. Intelligent Systems will be more lenient with the Fire Emblem IP than Nintendo proper was with Zelda, meaning we can expect series staples and familiarities to find their way to the Musou side of the equation. In theory, the partnership makes plenty of sense. Read more on GameRevolution.com]]>http://www.gamerevolution.com/news/latest-famitsu-confirms-marth-chrom-and-more-for-fire-emblem-warriors-40749Tue, 30 May 2017 08:08:27 PSTGTA Online's Biggest DLC Ever Is Coming in June: The Gunrunning Updatehttp://www.gamerevolution.com/features/gta-onlines-biggest-dlc-ever-is-coming-in-june-the-gunrunning-update

Fans of GTA Online have been spoiled by a steady stream of free DLC for three years now. However, they have been a tad rowdy in 2017, such content being scarce thus far. Rockstar Games is about to make up for that with the biggest DLC for the year rolling out sometime in June. Read more on GameRevolution.com]]>http://www.gamerevolution.com/features/gta-onlines-biggest-dlc-ever-is-coming-in-june-the-gunrunning-updateMon, 29 May 2017 08:54:29 PSTTell GR: When Did You Start Visiting GameRevolution?http://www.gamerevolution.com/features/tell-gr-when-did-you-start-visiting-gamerevolution

This week GameRevolution will undergo its biggest relaunch in history. With that, we want to take a moment to thank all the readers who have supported us over the years. You are a big part of the reason we enjoy writing about the gaming industry.
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The month of May is nearly finished, but that doesn't mean it's too late to squeak in some substantial changes to EA DICE's Battlefield 1. Today DICE held a livestream where it detailed what's planned for the game's next update, and while pure content adds are a bit on the light side, the amount of tweaks and adjustments are substantial. Read more on GameRevolution.com]]>http://www.gamerevolution.com/news/battlefield-1-livestream-details-may-update-includes-tweaks-to-bayonets-aa-netcode-and-more-40741Fri, 26 May 2017 16:44:02 PSTESO: Morrowind Review in Progress - My Return from a 3-Year Hiatushttp://www.gamerevolution.com/features/eso-morrowind-review-in-progress--my-return-from-a-3year-hiatus

Here I am playing The Elder Scrolls Online at a full time capacity for the first time since April 2014. I knew this day would come despite my early displeasure with the base game. At this point it's a much more well-rounded product, one with far fewer bugs and fewer barriers between myself and enjoyment. So, I made no hesitation as I entered my game code and began downloading the game. Read more on GameRevolution.com]]>http://www.gamerevolution.com/features/eso-morrowind-review-in-progress--my-return-from-a-3year-hiatusFri, 26 May 2017 16:00:00 PSTInfographic Reminds Us That Survival Games Are More Than Just About Zombieshttp://www.gamerevolution.com/news/infographic-reminds-us-that-survival-games-are-more-than-just-about-zombies-40739

A night of competitive gaming or simply hanging out with video games can lead to an exciting weekend of indoor two-dimension adventures. And among the most popular video games that run our weekend are the games that keep us pumped and thirsty for victory.
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Taking a cue from games like Fire Emblem and Persona 5, Samurai Warriors: Spirit of Sanada features an interesting friendship system. This spin-off of the Japanese-themed Musou series takes the series in some new, exciting directions and this system is an example of that. The more intimate and personal story that Spirit of Sanada tells is carried over even into the gameplay. The tale of Masayuki Sanada and his family is so focused on putting his clan first that it makes sense that you get to have a direct hand in furthering his relationships. Read more on GameRevolution.com]]>http://www.gamerevolution.com/features/a-guide-to-the-best-gifts-for-each-friend-in-samurai-warriors-spirit-of-sanadaFri, 26 May 2017 13:00:00 PSTThree More Years Is Too Long to Wait for Final Fantasy VII Remake and Kingdom Hearts IIIhttp://www.gamerevolution.com/features/three-more-years-is-too-long-to-wait-for-final-fantasy-vii-remake-and-kingdom-hearts-iii

Sometimes the wait for a new entry in a favorite gaming franchise can be unbearable. There’s a cycle not dissimilar to the human grieving process, in which hype is established, built, nurtured, and in some cases grows old, dies, and never returns. In other cases there’s an ebb and flow, carefully managed by publishers and developers who keep close watch, making sure that fans’ anticipation is healthy and wanting rather than tortuous and unpleasant. Too much excitement can yield disappointment while staying too lowkey might rob a game of its potential, so clearly there’s an art to navigating the months and years leading toward a major title’s release.

Nintendo and Rockstar Games are probably the current reigning champions of this, trickling out information precisely when they intend to and not a moment sooner. In the case of Rockstar, there’s a fair chance so-called “leaks” are intentional or at the very least expected, while with Nintendo (in particular new mainline Zelda titles), years often elapse without a single detail about the next major franchise release. Then, suddenly, we learn of existence, we wait, we’re fed details about the game, and before you know it launch day has nearly arrived. Silence can be deafening if you obsess about it, but if you’re distracted by other things then it’s really not that bad. The dormancy of the Metroid series is oft complained about, but imagine how much worse it would be had you been following a carrot on a string the entire time?
I consider Square Enix more effective than most at this very same approach, but the prevalence of leaks and the internet (not always explicitly related, by the way) has made things more difficult in recent years regarding some of the company’s larger forthcoming titles. Recently a transcript of Square Enix’s recent earnings Q&A was published online by Square itself, and as you might expect, denizens of the internet poured over it almost immediately. In addition to a handful of worthwhile info-bits extracted regarding the success of Nier: Automata and the localization of mobile apps for the West, fans noticed a slide regarding upcoming releases. Contained on the slide were logos for Kingdom Hearts III, Final Fantasy VII Remake, and others. The caption? “We plan to launch each of these titles in the next three years or so.” Read more on GameRevolution.com]]>http://www.gamerevolution.com/features/three-more-years-is-too-long-to-wait-for-final-fantasy-vii-remake-and-kingdom-hearts-iiiFri, 26 May 2017 11:28:29 PSTThe People Speak: Yeti Hunt Signals the End of a GameRevolution Erahttp://www.gamerevolution.com/features/the-people-speak-yeti-hunt-signals-the-end-of-a-gamerevolution-era

This week we were able to check out Far Cry 5 at a private press event, and even wrote a preview for it. We also reviewed the Vanquish PC version. Ultra Street Fighter II: The Final Challengers, Disgaea 5 Complete for the Nintendo Switch, and Samurai Warriors: Spirit of Sanada.
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Square Enix recently held a briefing session Q&A regarding its latest financial results, and as is often the case, the entire transcript was documented and published within a bulky PDF file. While the transcript is loaded with juicy (as well as dull) tidbits about the company and its operations, one question stood out regarding the success of Nier: Automata and how the game will impact Square's approach moving forward. Read more on GameRevolution.com]]>http://www.gamerevolution.com/news/square-enix-document-reveals-nier-automata-generated-sales-significantly-above-expectations-40731Fri, 26 May 2017 08:13:00 PSTBest And Worst Ways to Escape Jason in Friday the 13th: The Gamehttp://www.gamerevolution.com/features/best-and-worst-ways-to-escape-jason-in-friday-the-13th-the-game

The phrase “unstoppable killing machine” is overused and often misused at that. But Jason Voorhees – our special, special little boy - in Friday the 13th: The Game has provided cause to dust off the trite descriptor.

If it feels impossible to beat Jason, you’re not alone. Several hours of in-game time have yielded very few positive results for the counselor, with Jason killing everyone or at least mostly everyone before the counselors get even one item to help them escape. Assuming you make it past this step, which method of escape should you go for? Follow these tips below to avoid the death traps and find the best method to get safely outside of Camp Crystal Lake.

Worst: Killing Jason

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Platinum Games has an impressive library of heavy-hitting games. The original Bayonetta put them on the map, then they continued their Wii U dominance with The Wonderful 101 before releasing the long-awaited Bayonetta 2, which was critically well-received and remains a fan favorite. Then, of course, earlier this year, they achieved even greater success in the mainstream with Nier: Automata, which, except for some poor difficulty scaling and sub-par environments, was a smash hit.
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With Switch there’s a continued (and mostly understandable) leniency when it comes to critical assessment, as the prospect of playing both docked to a television and on the go makes almost any game inherently better. In cases where it doesn’t, the option serves as a convenient perk in those moments where you simply must take a game with you. Still, much like the Wii U’s GamePad or its predecessor's waggle, novelties ought not be taken for granted, and when they are one has to wonder how much development heft was really put behind them. Ultra Street Fighter II: The Final Challengers dances along that line, and while it’s absolutely worthwhile to newbies or for portability alone, the coveted double-dip is a different story entirely.
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The arrival of Disgaea 5 on Nintendo's new hybrid device is, intentional or not, exceedingly well-timed. That's because Switch is the one Nintendo console lacking a compelling strategy RPG experience, no thanks to the release of Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia for the waning 3DS exclusively. If you played Disgaea 5 on PS4 the Switch version may not be enough to draw you back in, but if you tend to own Nintendo hardware alone and can’t be bothered to dig out the 3DS (or simply don't prefer Fire Emblem), Disgaea 5 Complete offers a wildly compelling and unique experience in its own right. With the Complete edition you get all of the previous DLC's fresh scenarios to unwrap, further sweetening the deal.
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Cities: Skylines, just two short years later, looks like an entirely different game. Several small patches and three expansions have fundamentally altered the city simulator for the better, and recent expansions have wiped away the reputation earned by After Dark which many criticized for not adding enough content.
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Another week, another indie darling gets added to the Switch’s growing library. This time around Thumper is bringing its slick style and high paced action to Nintendo's latest handheld. We already know that Thumper is a fantastic game, but does it hold up on Switch?
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Some games are like candy—they’re fun, addictive and simple, but ultimately only provide superficial joy. On the other hand, there are games like steak—refined and substantive, but not something you want to play all the time. Endless Space 2 is something of a paradox within this metaphor: being addictive, but also deep and refined, Endless Space 2 is candy-steak.

If I’ve made this game sound simple, I sincerely apologize. Endless Space 2 is complex, layered and, just like every other game in the genre, at least a tad convoluted. That’s more the fault of the people who came up with the Grand Strategy genre without considering how one would go about explaining such a game. Within this genre, though, I can’t name a single other game I’d want to play more than Endless Space 2.

FIDSI Fi Fo Fum

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The tale of Fire Emblem’s resurgence as a franchise over the past half-decade is one not easily believed, and is a comeback not often accomplished in gaming. After being single-handedly saved by 2013’s stellar Awakening (complete with addicting marriage system and matchmaking) the series reached new heights of popularity upon scoring pharaonic representation in Super Smash Bros, subsequently splintering itself across multiple versions Pokémon-style with 2015’s Fates.
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It took me a minute when I began playing GNOG to realize what its charming, yelling, singing mechanical heads reminded me of. I soon realized they’re almost like Domo, except far more colorful and varied. GNOG has a toylike quality to it, offering hands-on puzzle gameplay and an impressive, mechanized style across both VR and standard setups. I tested the latter, and found the experience impressive despite the lack of what’s arguable its top feature.
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A group of high school students are transferred to an alternate world where they must overcome their personal struggles to defeat monsters using special powers granted from said awakenings. Sound oddly familiar? That's because The Caligula Effect is penned by Tadashi Satomi, famous for creating the story and characters of the first three Persona games. It is quite easy to draw comparisons between the two, both being published by Atlus, and just a month apart in release. However, there are major differences in quality and presentation between the two.
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Have you ever awoken at night to realize that the terror you were just experiencing was just a nightmare? While you may be able to cast away these false realities within moments, not everyone has that luxury. This includes Six, the main character of Tarsier Studios' Little Nightmares.
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The Dawn of War series has enjoyed reinventing itself with each release. It seems that Relic is in a constant state of creative flux in pursuit of shaking up the RTS formula. As a result of this, the differences between the first two titles are so vast they could be classified as different games altogether.
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If Giant Sparrow’s The Unfinished Swan was equal parts a celebration of both sorrow and delight, What Remains of Edith Finch is very clear with its intention to embody strictly the former. Through this, the game sends the player on a journey both real and metaphysical, taking control of Edith Finch to explore the grim past of her largely deceased and decaying family tree.

It’s true Edith Finch is yet another Gone Home-style walking simulator, but by now the genre is entrenched enough that such labels should not be held against it. Rather than swipe the style of other games, What Remains of Edith Finch carves out its own niche, its own story beats and, ultimately, its own unique and morbidly affecting mood.